Certainty

Pronunciation: /ˈsərtənti/

Definitions of certainty

noun a fact that is definitely true or a feeling of being completely sure about something

Example Sentences

A1 I have a certainty that the sun will rise tomorrow.

A2 There is a certain certainty in her voice that makes me believe her.

B1 The scientist spoke with certainty about the results of the experiment.

B2 Despite the uncertainty in the market, he invested with great certainty in his decision.

C1 The lawyer argued his case with absolute certainty, leaving no room for doubt.

C2 In matters of life and death, doctors must act with unwavering certainty in their decisions.

Examples of certainty in a Sentence

formal The scientist spoke with certainty about the results of the experiment.

informal I can say with absolute certainty that she will be there on time.

slang I bet my bottom dollar on the certainty of him winning the game.

figurative In the stormy sea of life, certainty is the lighthouse guiding us to safety.

Grammatical Forms of certainty

• past tense: certained
• plural: certainties
• comparative: more certain
• superlative: most certain
• present tense: certains
• future tense: will certainty
• perfect tense: have certained
• continuous tense: is certaining
• singular: certainty
• positive degree: certain
• infinitive: to certain
• gerund: certaining
• participle: certained

Origin and Evolution of certainty

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'certainty' originated from the Latin word 'certitudo' which means 'certainty' or 'assurance'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'certainty' has retained its original meaning of being sure or confident about something, but its usage has expanded to include a broader sense of absolute truth or knowledge.